Maritime Engineering Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Engineering
Portsmouth
Review Submitted: February 2021
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Combination of practical engineering training and college engineering course. Engine teardown/re-assembly, bench fitting metal work, welding, confined space training, elevated work training, electrical training and others. College course delivery through the web.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Very enjoyable, like-minded and enthusiastic cohort. Content is varied and interesting.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Bench fitting metal work, electrical fitting skills, engine teardown, developed mathematical knowledge and engineering physics understanding through college course.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well structured, many varied placements available. Plenty of time allocated for academic work.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Apprentice team always available to offer support on any issues. Plenty of frequent contact in relation to personal progression.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Plenty of time given for working towards academic qualifications, constant support provided and communication between BAE and college is frequent.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Variety of training will allow me to tackle multiple placements to find my ideal role and progress as I desire in the business. I feel well prepared for this.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
As much as possible Covid-19 allowing. Outward-bound week planned once Covid-19 has passed.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Course content and placements are varied and interesting and allow for many careers following apprenticeship. Apprenticeship team are all very supportive and college course is very relevant to the business.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Learn as much as possible about the business' current activities and history. Demonstrate your interest in engineering with home projects and college/university projects.
